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Volkswagen Cc problems, recalls & best years

The deets on every Cc from 2008 to 2017: 983 owner complaints and 41 recalls across 10 model years.

The model years with the most owner complaints are 2010 (242), 2012 (230), 2013 (148). Best fuel economy: 25 mpg combined (2017).

Volkswagen Cc
Photo: Navigator84 · CC BY-SA 4.0 · Wikimedia Commons. Representative photo of this generation; trim may differ.

Problem areas across all years

Airbags423
Fuel & propulsion196
Engine194
Electrical123
Transmission & drivetrain80
Steering65
Other / unknown53
Speed control / throttle33

Year by year

YearRecallsComplaintsBest mpg
200801–
2009413625
2010424225
201148625
2012623025
2013514825
201458025
201543025
201662625
20173425

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FAQ

What is the worst year for the Volkswagen Cc?

The model years with the most owner complaints are 2010 (242), 2012 (230), 2013 (148).

How many recalls has the Volkswagen Cc had?

Across 2008–2017, NHTSA lists 41 vehicle recall campaigns by model year (a campaign that covers several years counts once per year).